| Education... BA, MA, to MD... Dr. Nandedkar, also known to her patients as Dr. Maithily Nandedkar-Thomas was born in Washington, DC. She completed her bachelor's degree in Fine Arts at the George Washington University in Washington, DC in 1988. She continues to be an avid photographer, illustrator and graphic artist. While completing her master's degree in Broadcast Journalism at the University of Maryland, she worked at W*USA-TV in Washington, DC. She then reported on -air for Cable News 21. Although she enjoyed journalism, Dr. Nandedkar decided that medicine better suited her long term personal goals. Dr. Nandedkar received her medical degree from Cornell University in 1999. She completed her internship at the Washington Hospital Center in 2000 and her dermatology residency at Howard University in 2003. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and is board certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology. Research... Dr. Nandedkar performed research in cartilage and bone at the National Institutes of Health prior to attending medical school. Publications... Dr. Nandedkar has published several papers. Click above and right to see her latest peer-reviewed publications: Dr. Nandedkar considers herself to be more akin to a "family practice" dermatologist. She enjoys being able to provide care for every member of the family, from parents to grandparents to even the newest additions to the family...Kids are always welcome to her practice! Scroll below for more information about her... |
About the Physician...
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One on One...
Dr. Nandedkar is often
asked why she switched
from journalism to
medicine. She explains: "I
am a 'people person'. As a
journalist, I saw loads of
folks, some needy, some
not, but regardless I could
not do anything for them.
Observing, not interacting
was my role. I suppose
Mahatma Gandhi said it
best...'Be the change you
want to see in the world',
That statement sort of
sums up my reason for
going to medical school.
While I was in Medical
School, I had a child with
multiple medical
problems, including
autism. My husband and I
had to take our son to see
so many different types of
doctors. Some treated us
as people and some
decidedly did not...but I
suppose it was God's way
of forcing me to know
what it is like to be a
patient. Because of these
varied experiences, I make
every attempt to
understand my patients.
Having meaningful
interactions with them is
for me the soul purpose
and pleasure of medicine."
Dr. Nandedkar is often
asked why she switched
from journalism to
medicine. She explains: "I
am a 'people person'. As a
journalist, I saw loads of
folks, some needy, some
not, but regardless I could
not do anything for them.
Observing, not interacting
was my role. I suppose
Mahatma Gandhi said it
best...'Be the change you
want to see in the world',
That statement sort of
sums up my reason for
going to medical school.
While I was in Medical
School, I had a child with
multiple medical
problems, including
autism. My husband and I
had to take our son to see
so many different types of
doctors. Some treated us
as people and some
decidedly did not...but I
suppose it was God's way
of forcing me to know
what it is like to be a
patient. Because of these
varied experiences, I make
every attempt to
understand my patients.
Having meaningful
interactions with them is
for me the soul purpose
and pleasure of medicine."
General Medical Dermatologist...
No matter the age, she cares for her patient's total well being, not
just their skin disorder. She recognizes that how you feel about
yourself inside is reflected in your skin's texture and appearance.
Many skin complaints can be a manifestation of an internal disorder
and she will do her best to help you find the answers to your
skin-related questions. She can treat rashes, eczema, psoriasis, acne,
warts, molluscum and any other dermatologic complaint.
Cancer Surgeon...
In addition to being a general medical dermatologist, Dr.
Nandedkar is also a dermatologic surgeon, specializing in skin
cancer and pre-cancer excision as well as nail surgery. She is a
fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She places
nearly all her sutures under the skin to minimize the appearance of
"railroad tracks" while leaving a thin line. Some areas of the body,
like the back and shoulder, despite the best efforts of the most
skilled surgeon, still result in "scar spread" due to constant bending
and movement. However, you can count on her to try and minimize
the appearance of the scar.
Cosmetic Surgeon...
Dr. Nandedkar is also a cosmetic surgeon.
She is well versed in many different cosmetic procedures from laser
treatment of blood vessels, sclerotherapy for leg veins, BOTOX,
Restylane, true dermabrasion for scars and scar revision, earlobe
repair, ALA and blue light, chemical peels and much more! She
believes in educating patients about the cosmetic options to
maximize their appearance without breaking their budget!
No matter the age, she cares for her patient's total well being, not
just their skin disorder. She recognizes that how you feel about
yourself inside is reflected in your skin's texture and appearance.
Many skin complaints can be a manifestation of an internal disorder
and she will do her best to help you find the answers to your
skin-related questions. She can treat rashes, eczema, psoriasis, acne,
warts, molluscum and any other dermatologic complaint.
Cancer Surgeon...
In addition to being a general medical dermatologist, Dr.
Nandedkar is also a dermatologic surgeon, specializing in skin
cancer and pre-cancer excision as well as nail surgery. She is a
fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She places
nearly all her sutures under the skin to minimize the appearance of
"railroad tracks" while leaving a thin line. Some areas of the body,
like the back and shoulder, despite the best efforts of the most
skilled surgeon, still result in "scar spread" due to constant bending
and movement. However, you can count on her to try and minimize
the appearance of the scar.
Cosmetic Surgeon...
Dr. Nandedkar is also a cosmetic surgeon.
She is well versed in many different cosmetic procedures from laser
treatment of blood vessels, sclerotherapy for leg veins, BOTOX,
Restylane, true dermabrasion for scars and scar revision, earlobe
repair, ALA and blue light, chemical peels and much more! She
believes in educating patients about the cosmetic options to
maximize their appearance without breaking their budget!